NZ Local Elections 2025

Porirua City Council

Pāuatahanui General Ward
The Porirua City Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of ten councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). four councillors will be elected from the Pāuatahanui ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Porirua City Council election.

Candidates

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Nathan Waddle

Nathan Waddle

Independent

Phill Houlihan

Phill Houlihan

ACT Local: Real Change. Lower Rates.

Moira Lawler

Moira Lawler

Josh Trlin

Josh Trlin

Labour

Paul Nation

Paul Nation

Aditi Tiwari

Aditi Tiwari

Green Party

Ross Leggett

Ross Leggett

Independent

Brent Ching

Brent Ching

Aditi Tiwari

Green Party

Aditi Tiwari

Green Party

Why I'm standing

I'm running because I want Porirua's council to truly reflect the people it serves. As a young woman of colour, I've seen too many voices left out of local decision-making. I believe our city deserves leadership that listens, includes, and takes bold action for the future keeping climate in centre of all big decisions. I want to make sure rangatahi, diverse communities and everyday whānau are part of shaping Porirua's future.

About me

I bring experience in business, not-for-profit, youth advocacy, community leadership and grassroots organising. I've led national youth initiatives, worked with diverse cultural groups, and built strong local connections through volunteering and community projects. My values are grounded in equity, collaboration and transparency. I listen carefully, communicate clearly, and know how to bring people together to solve problems. I'm committed to being approachable, accountable, and a strong voice for our community.

My priorities
  1. Establish Porirua Youth Council to give rangatahi a real voice in local decision-making.
  2. Push for climate-smart infrastructure to protect homes, whenua and waterways.
  3. Ensure financial sustainability and transparency so rates stay fair and spending reflects priorities.
Residence

Paremata

Age

25

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Why I'm standing

I'm running because I want Porirua's council to truly reflect the people it serves. As a young woman of colour, I've seen too many voices left out of local decision-making. I believe our city deserves leadership that listens, includes, and takes bold action for the future keeping climate in centre of all big decisions. I want to make sure rangatahi, diverse communities and everyday whānau are part of shaping Porirua's future.

About me

I bring experience in business, not-for-profit, youth advocacy, community leadership and grassroots organising. I've led national youth initiatives, worked with diverse cultural groups, and built strong local connections through volunteering and community projects. My values are grounded in equity, collaboration and transparency. I listen carefully, communicate clearly, and know how to bring people together to solve problems. I'm committed to being approachable, accountable, and a strong voice for our community.

My priorities
  1. Establish Porirua Youth Council to give rangatahi a real voice in local decision-making.
  2. Push for climate-smart infrastructure to protect homes, whenua and waterways.
  3. Ensure financial sustainability and transparency so rates stay fair and spending reflects priorities.
Residence

Paremata

Age

25

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